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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LP08 UCFMOT history

LP08 UCF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 181,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2023.

LP08 UCF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2024
Mileage
181,155 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UCF was last recorded at 181,155 miles on 27 Jan 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,155 miles · 25 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 181,155 miles
  • 2022 – 172,226 miles
  • 2021 – 161,357 miles
  • 2020 – 151,182 miles
  • 2018 – 144,415 miles
  • 2017 – 135,532 miles
  • 2016 – 127,211 miles
  • 2015 – 121,095 miles
  • 2014 – 111,843 miles
  • 2013 – 101,016 miles
  • 2012 – 77,264 miles
  • 2011 – 55,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,155 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,155 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    181,155 miles
    Test number
    635330335555
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail181,155 miles (+8,929)3 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,155 miles
    Test number
    501380354762
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,226 miles (+10,869)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    172,226 miles
    Test number
    862432262061
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated ns and os front inner clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin ns and os rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass161,357 miles (+10,175)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    161,357 miles
    Test number
    694974920622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,182 miles (+6,767)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    151,182 miles
    Test number
    167410550531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass144,415 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    144,415 miles
    Test number
    831047069682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail144,411 miles (+8,879)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,411 miles
    Test number
    619691535476
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass135,532 miles (+8,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,532 miles
    Test number
    902482790892
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyres inner edges heavily worn

  9. Pass127,211 miles (+6,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    127,211 miles
    Test number
    122425146113
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  10. Pass121,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,095 miles
    Test number
    266879995410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail121,095 miles (+9,252)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,095 miles
    Test number
    298589995138
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass111,843 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    111,843 miles
    Test number
    355183914474
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  13. Fail111,843 miles (+10,827)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,843 miles
    Test number
    105722414295
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  14. Pass101,016 miles (+23,752)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    101,016 miles
    Test number
    358442713467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  15. Pass77,264 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,264 miles
    Test number
    208897002198
    • NoteLeft rear tyre worn too 2mm

  16. Fail77,264 miles (+21,431)2 dangerous1 failure2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,264 miles
    Test number
    209045902115
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteRight door mirror housing damaged
    • NoteRight front tyre worn too 2mm

  17. Pass55,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,833 miles
    Test number
    828581811136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,832 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,832 miles
    Test number
    775491411126
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront disc lipped

Questions about LP08 UCF

Does LP08 UCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 UCF expired on 3 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UCF?
The MOT on LP08 UCF expired on 3 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 UCF done?
LP08 UCF was recorded at 181,155 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2023, an average of 10,648 miles a year.
Has LP08 UCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UCF has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LP08 UCF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LP08 UCF find?
LP08 UCF passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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